Stihl RLA 240.0 Gebrauchsanleitung Seite 30

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► Use undamaged blades, spring-tines and
attachments.
► If the minimum length of the blades is fallen
below:replace the scarifying roller.
► If anything is unclear:consult a STIHL spe‐
cialist dealer.
4.6.3 Battery
The battery is in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
– Battery is undamaged.
– The battery is clean and dry.
– Battery functions properly and has not been
modified.
WARNING
■ A battery that is not in a safe condition cannot
operate safely. Persons may be seriously
injured.
► Never work with a damaged battery.
► Never attempt to charge a damaged or
defective battery.
► If the battery is dirty: Clean the battery.
► If the battery is wet or damp: Allow the bat‐
tery to dry, 20.5.
► Never attempt to modify the battery.
► Never insert objects in the battery's open‐
ings.
► Never bridge the battery's contacts with
metallic objects (short circuit).
► Do not open the battery.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
■ Fluid may leak from a damaged battery. If that
liquid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
the skin or eyes may be irritated.
► Avoid contact with the liquid.
► If skin contact occurs: Wash affected areas
of skin with plenty of water and soap.
► In the event of contact with eyes: Rinse
eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes and consult a doctor.
■ A damaged or defective battery may smell
unusual, emit smoke or burn. Persons may be
seriously or fatally injured, and property may
be damaged.
► If the battery smells unusual or emits
smoke: do not use the battery and keep it
away from combustible substances.
► If the battery catches fire: Attempt to extin‐
guish the battery with a fire extinguisher or
water.
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4.7 Working
WARNING
■ In certain situations, the user may no longer
be able to concentrate on their work. This may
result in the user stumbling, falling and becom‐
ing seriously injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If the light and visibility conditions are poor:
do not use the lawn scarifier.
► Operate the lawn scarifier alone.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Do not tilt the lawn scarifier.
► Work standing on the ground and maintain
balance.
► If signs of fatigue occur: take a break.
► If scarifying or combing on a slope: scarify
or comb across the slope.
► Do not scarify or comb on slopes with an
inclination greater than 25° (46.6%).
■ The turning roller may cut the user. This may
result in serious injury to the user.
► Do not touch a turning roller.
■ Hard objects hitting the turning roller can dam‐
age the lawn scarifier.
► If a hard object hits the turning roller, switch
off the lawn scarifier, remove the battery
and check the lawn scarifier for damage.
► If the lawn scarifier is damaged: consult a
STIHL specialist dealer.
■ If the roller is blocked by an object and the
object is removed while the engine is running,
the roller may move and the user may be seri‐
ously injured.
► Switch the lawn scarifier off and remove the
battery. Only then remove the object.
► Check the lawn scarifier for damage.
► If the lawn scarifier is damaged: consult a
STIHL specialist dealer.
■ If the lawn scarifier changes or starts to
behave differently when working, it may not be
in safe condition. This may result in serious
injury to people and damage to property.
► Stop working, switch off the lawn scarifier,
remove the battery and consult a STIHL
specialist dealer.
■ The lawn scarifier may cause vibrations when
working.
► Wear gloves.
► Take breaks.
► If signs of a circulatory disturbance occur:
consult a doctor.
4 Safety Precautions
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